With a stay at Palomar Philadelphia, a Kimpton Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Philadelphia, steps from Art Institute of Philadelphia and minutes from Rittenhouse Square. This 4-star hotel is close to Liberty Bell Center and Independence Hall.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 230 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. 37-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities

Relax and unwind with massages and body treatments. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.

Dining

Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at a complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.

Business, Other Amenities

Featured amenities include complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Philadelphia? This hotel has 4500 square feet (418 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms.

1) Room was extremely small and uncomfortable.
2) AC Fan cycled on and off every 15 seconds or so keeping me awake during most of my first night there. I reported this to the front desk and asked that it be fixed, but was not. I had to turn off the AC the next two nights in order to sleep.
3) We had booked several rooms for a wedding party. Only 1 was available for check in at the advertised check in time.
4) Only 4 elevators for a 25 story building made getting from floor to floor very difficult. For example: getting coffee and ice (each available at only 1 location in whole hotel) took an unacceptably long time due to long elevator waits.
5) Staff was not very helpful. One of our guests left an item in another room. I had to follow up with lost and found 3 times before I was able to get it back.
6) in short...while I've stayed in many hotels in my life, this is one of the worst experiences I have had. Next time I will stay in a Red Roof or similar....my experiences there have been much better. This was certainly the poorest "value for dollar" that I've ever experienced.

Location

1) Room was extremely small and uncomfortable.
2) AC Fan cycled on and off every 15 seconds or so keeping me awake during most of my first night there. I reported this to the front desk and asked that it be fixed, but was not. I had to turn off the AC the next two nights in order to sleep.
3) We had booked several rooms for a wedding party. Only 1 was available for check in at the advertised check in time.
4) Only 4 elevators for a 25 story building made getting from floor to floor very difficult. For example: getting coffee and ice (each available at only 1 location in whole hotel) took an unacceptably long time due to long elevator waits.
5) Staff was not very helpful. One of our guests left an item in another room. I had to follow up with lost and found 3 times before I was able to get it back.
6) in short...while I've stayed in many hotels in my life, this is one of the worst experiences I have had. Next time I will stay in a Red Roof or similar....my experiences there have been much better. This was certainly the poorest "value for dollar" that I've ever experienced.

Clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff at front desk. Very good coffee available in lobby in morning. Good location.

We booked 12 rooms for bridal party for Friday and Saturday nights through Kayak, and also had arranged wedding block of 20 rooms through hotel. We were told by Kevin that bridal party could extend their stay to add Thursday night through the block, however when bridesmaid tried to do so, she said hotel did not cooperate and she booked a different hotel instead.
Many of our booked rooms were not ready by hotel's check in time of 3 pm.
Room and bathroom very small. Hotel was full during our stay; many long waits and delays with 4 elevators available.

Clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff at front desk. Very good coffee available in lobby in morning. Good location.

We booked 12 rooms for bridal party for Friday and Saturday nights through Kayak, and also had arranged wedding block of 20 rooms through hotel. We were told by Kevin that bridal party could extend their stay to add Thursday night through the block, however when bridesmaid tried to do so, she said hotel did not cooperate and she booked a different hotel instead.
Many of our booked rooms were not ready by hotel's check in time of 3 pm.
Room and bathroom very small. Hotel was full during our stay; many long waits and delays with 4 elevators available.

Coffee machine was initially delivered with only decaf coffee and black tea K-cups. Manager on duty stated that hotel had run out of regular coffee. Luckily, some was found and delivered shortly thereafter.

Central location.
Courtesy, friendliness and eagerness of staff.

Coffee machine was initially delivered with only decaf coffee and black tea K-cups. Manager on duty stated that hotel had run out of regular coffee. Luckily, some was found and delivered shortly thereafter.

I liked the fact that the hotel is centrally located to shops, dining, and entertainment in Philly. We specifically stayed here to celebrate my birthday at nearby Amada, a tapas restaurant (Excellent food by the way!). A big plus was that there was no additional fees for having our dog stay. The hotel reminded me of the hotels in Northern Europe I've stayed in with the rooms being designed with very clean lines, wood, and metal. I liked the lobby area with the fireplace and hanging out with other people staying there with their dogs. Room was facing an alley way and it was very quiet. Bath was adequate size with full tub and shower. Definitely coming back and staying here for the Spring when the sun comes back out after all this snow!!!!! Good value overall.

Eat in breakfast was overly priced just like every other hotel on the planet. Seriously, $9 for two eggs?!?!?!?!?

I liked the fact that the hotel is centrally located to shops, dining, and entertainment in Philly. We specifically stayed here to celebrate my birthday at nearby Amada, a tapas restaurant (Excellent food by the way!). A big plus was that there was no additional fees for having our dog stay. The hotel reminded me of the hotels in Northern Europe I've stayed in with the rooms being designed with very clean lines, wood, and metal. I liked the lobby area with the fireplace and hanging out with other people staying there with their dogs. Room was facing an alley way and it was very quiet. Bath was adequate size with full tub and shower. Definitely coming back and staying here for the Spring when the sun comes back out after all this snow!!!!! Good value overall.

Eat in breakfast was overly priced just like every other hotel on the planet. Seriously, $9 for two eggs?!?!?!?!?

Expert Reviews

"Housed in a 1929 Art Deco landmark known as the Architects Building, the Hotel Palomar has some of the coolest digs in Philly. Guests may choose to hole up in one of the 230 contemporary bedrooms with haute design touches (splashy purple throw pillows, jazzy light fixtures) and fun amenities (yoga mats, healthy mini-bar snacks), although the hotel staff does its best to encourage exploration of the surrounding Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. A pre-check-in email details locals’ picks for top restaurants, shops, and activities throughout the..."
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"Eco-conscious, art-oriented boutique hotel with a popular New American restaurant just off Rittenhouse Square Until recently, Philadelphia's hotels fell into one of three categories: quaint inn, large-scale budget or uber-upscale. Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar changed all that to deliver an eco-friendly boutique sleep, where modern art mixes it up with the city’s historic charm. Near Rittenhouse Square, blocks from City Hall, the Palomar puts you in the heart of the action. Guests are a ticket’s toss to the best theater, music and restaurants, not to..."
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